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Physics Question on Semiconductor electronics: materials, devices and simple circuits

For the given circuit of p-n junction diode which is correct :-

A

in forward bias the voltage across R is V

B

in reverse bias the voltage across R is V

C

in forward bias the voltage across R is 2V

D

in reverse bias the voltage across R is 2V.

Answer

in forward bias the voltage across R is V

Explanation

Solution

In forward biasing, the resistance of p-n junction diode is very low to the flow of current.
So practically all the voltage will be dropped across the resistance p, i.e. voltage across R will be V.
In reverse biasing, the resistance of p-n junction diode is very high. So the voltage drop across R is zero